Certified Medical Assistant (Outpatient)
Job Summary
Performs non-invasive, routine, technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife.
Education & Experience
• High School Education/GED or equivalent (Required)
Licenses & Certifications
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy (Required)
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or equivalent combination of licensure and experience (Preferred)
• Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP within six months of hire (Preferred)
• Phlebotomy certificate (Preferred)
Key Responsibilities
• Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients.
• Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs.
• Reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician.
• Performs venipunctures as ordered.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.